Multiple choice

The chemical name of 'water' is

  1. sodium carbonate

  2. hydrogen oxide

  3. sodium sulphate

  4. calcium oxide
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Water's chemical name is hydrogen oxide (H2O), where two hydrogen atoms combine with one oxygen atom. While 'dihydrogen monoxide' is more precise, hydrogen oxide is acceptable. Sodium carbonate, sodium sulphate, and calcium oxide are entirely different compounds.

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